Artwork

ristinmuotoinen lasimaalaus, Olaus Petrin kirkko

ristinmuotoinen lasimaalaus, Olaus Petrin kirkko, by Olga Gummerus-Ehrström
ristinmuotoinen lasimaalaus, Olaus Petrin kirkko, by Olga Gummerus-Ehrström

ristinmuotoinen lasimaalaus, Olaus Petrin kirkko is a photography by Olga Gummerus-Ehrström. It is held in the collection of the Finnish Heritage Agency. A black-and-white photograph depicts a stained-glass cross, featuring a central figure with outstretched arms and surrounding angels.

About this work

Overview

A black-and-white photograph depicts a stained-glass cross, featuring a central figure with outstretched arms and surrounding angels.

Subject & Meaning

The stained glass shows a robed figure with a halo under an arch, flanked by kneeling angels and accompanied by two small angels above. A dark shape below may represent a cave or doorway.

Technique & Style

Thick black lines separate colored panels, giving the stained glass a graphic appearance. The photograph's grainy texture resembles an old sketch.

Artist & collection

Artist

Olga Gummerus-Ehrström

Olga Gummerus-Ehrström made a stained-glass window for Olaus Petrin kirkko in Finland.

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: Finnish Heritage Agency open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.

Frequently asked questions

Who painted ristinmuotoinen lasimaalaus, Olaus Petrin kirkko?

ristinmuotoinen lasimaalaus, Olaus Petrin kirkko was painted by Olga Gummerus-Ehrström.

Where can I see ristinmuotoinen lasimaalaus, Olaus Petrin kirkko?

ristinmuotoinen lasimaalaus, Olaus Petrin kirkko is held by Finnish Heritage Agency.